1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Terrano. (98 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 920 kg more than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | Plus 4 Plus | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
